FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Athelstone Small Business Loans
Let me know about the Athelstone Small Business Loans
Athelstone unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments that are either daily or weekly.
What is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
Apply to get this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or on the phone. You’ll receive an instant response and the funds could be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate together with additional fees and charges. Our company loan is a pre-paid loan so you will be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including any fees, charges or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily payment amount.
What can the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for almost any business reason, such as control of cash flow business renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About larger Athelstone Business Loans
What is the Larger Athelstone Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount the business needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) who is over the age of 18, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funds for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost all company need, including business remodeling, buying equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge over assets, and may include the registration of this through the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a promise to pay back a loan that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business borrower is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR permits priority over personal property to be assigned depending on the date that a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans of $250,000 or more we can offer an initial pre-approval to make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial health questions. This is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Acceptance without condition is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be based on different conditions.
The application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, own a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months’ worth of transactions (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and a dedicated business lending specialist will be in touch to help you.
To apply for up $100,000 you’ll need the right identification documents (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application details including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if the loan is greater than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent as well as 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financials for the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K and up) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at quality business times and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we’ll be able to offer a decision in just 1 business day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest way can be make sure you apply during normal business hours, and permit us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload the copies of bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we can often offer an answer within an hour if you apply in normal business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer a decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we may be capable of provide the conditional pre-approval in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are about 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Certain agreements have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification link to verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statement, it will take a little longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess what is the well-being of the company as well as the amount of the repayments your company can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your company.
When you apply for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of factors to assess the well-being of your company and the amount of payments your business can support. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances of your business.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for a company loan?
When you request the company credit, we will assess the risk profile that you have for your company and offer you with a customised offer that includes loan amount, term and the interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know the exact amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the basis for the rate I’m charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the company operates in, how long the business is in operation and what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health or financial standing of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and when, starting from the very first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We do not charge an application fee. You can apply for a loan with absolutely no upfront cost and no obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with the setting up and management of the loan. It is only charged for this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you choose to pursue this option, please talk to one of our helpful business credit experts. They’ll offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. It will be calculated using the total of the principal remaining plus any accrued interest as of the time of early payout in addition to 1.5% of the principal remaining as well as any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure you do not miss payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as ensure the security of your information is vital and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to customer security and privacy. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to instantly verify your bank account information online to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when a business owner borrows from assets they own to make the funding. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home, or an business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you’re having trouble paying back the loan then the asset could be sold by the lender. In essence, it is the process of securing additional financing making use of the value of what you already own.
Do I need security for an company loan?
Up to $150,000 in loans there is no requirement for asset security upfront to access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in your loan contract document) the security of assets is not needed. For loans over $150,000 generally, you can get a personal ensure and security that is in the form the charge of assets.